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Can Westminster talks help to open up the Strait of Hormuz?
The government hosts talks between 40+ countries about protecting shipping in the Strait.

UK to host talks on Strait of Hormuz
The UK will hold meetings with allies tomorrow on re-opening the Strait of Hormuz.

King's state visit to the US to go ahead in April
Sir Ed Davey tells us it's a "mistake" for the visit to take place as planned.

30/03/2026
News, analysis and comment from BBC Radio 4

What is the strategy for the Iran war?
How closely aligned are US and Israeli aims in the war against Iran.

President Trump warns Iran to get serious about negotiations.
We unpack the key disagreements between the U.S. and Iran in their negotiations for peace.

Iran: Strait of Hormuz to open to "non-hostile" ships
We'll assess what this means for traffic through the strait and for the wider conflict.

Reeves planning support for 'those who need it most'
The chancellor confirms contingency plans are being made to offset the energy price shock.

23/03/2026
News, analysis and comment from BBC Radio 4

World faces "most severe" energy crisis in history
The International Energy Agency warns the impact of the Iran war is being underestimated.